Leaders of the MOVEment……see what I did there

Meet Jenni…

The idea for MOVE Studio was imagined in 1986 in her parent’s basement. She taught classes to the neighborhood kids and they put on performances for the parents... fast forward to 2014 when MOVE Studio was born and the rest is history.
Jenni started dancing at age three and by nine she began intensive training at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. Followed by Kidco Theater Dance Company, Banff Center for the Arts, and Victoria Arts Collaborative, just to name a few. Jenni continued dancing, performing locally and internationally. Spending two years based out of London, England.
She holds her BA in Dance and Kinesiology from the University of Calgary. RYT 200 from Open Source Yoga. And certification from CPI for Pilates.
After an injury, Jenni turned her focus to Yoga and Pilates as a means of rehabilitation. This is when she started teaching full time. Returning to the west coast in 2003, she has been teaching at The Shadbolt Center for the Arts, Yyoga and various other studios. In 2006 MOVE on the move began as corporate offerings to the Vancouver and Burnaby communities and in 2014 MOVE STUDIO New West was established. Jenni and MOVE have since received numerous awards and Jenni is a proud ambassador for Lululemon Metrotown. MOst recently Jenni has taught MOVEment at the LILA sessions, CAMP YOGA and created a local series at NEW WEST ART GALLERY, to name a few. She has been on staff with the theater department at DOUGLAS COLLEGE and is currently a instructor at WEST COAST COLLEGE OF MASSAGE THERAPY.
Jenni is super excited to bring her love of movement and anatomy, über high energy and larger than life personality to every class at MOVE. This is her lifelong dream come true. Thank you for being part of it!

Hi, I’m Pogo!

I’ve been working on my downward dogs since 2009. I have my own mat at MOVE Studio, so if you see me, don’t worry I’m doing my own thing. If you are not a fan of my kind (I totally get it… we can be annoying) please shoot my human an email and I will make myself scarce. Side note… I only come to Jenni’s classes… I mean, I’m not biased but… 😉

“MOVE is the best! I love the idea of yoga, pilates AND dance all in one spot. The instructors are full of energy, super friendly and fun. The owners, Jenni, Aaron and Pogo immediately make you feel welcome and part of the team. No matter what kind of day I’m having, after just one hour at MOVE, I’m always leaving with a smile and feeling so much better. Do the 2 week unlimited trial and I guarantee you’ll come back for more. Thank you guys for creating such an amazing place! :)”

— Summer Reese

SAM BLOCK

Born and raised in New Westminster, Sam began dancing at age three and continued on to compete nationally and internationally in all styles of dance. She now maintains her love of the art as a dance instructor in New West. Pilates became a regular part of Sam’s dance training from the age of 11, and she fell in love with what the practice does for both mind and body. She has since become a Certified Mat Pilates instructor.

Sam has a passion for teaching and loves sharing her knowledge of movement with students of all ages.

HEATHER WILLIAMS

Heather is certified E-YRT 500 and has spent almost 20 years practicing yoga with a focus on philosophies of interconnectedness (non-dualism). She is a life-long student and continues to explore how holistic practices enable compassionate living in a troubled world through the development of an 'unshakeable friendship with ourselves' (Chödrön).

Vicki Rowan

Vicki loves the feeling of living in a healthy body and wants to help others experience that too. She believes that unlike a car, we don't get to trade our body in if we don't maintain it properly and it starts to break down. She's been active in sports and physical activity her entire life. Her main sport as a kid was figure skating. In 2011 she started doing yoga and then added Pilates classes the following year. She knew she'd found the ultimate exercise and in January 2020 obtained her Mat Pilates Certification in order to be able to share the benefits of Pilates with others.

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HILLARY KEEGAN

Hello everyone! If you are thinking of attending one of my classes for the first time, here is a little bit about me. I have been teaching yoga for 14 years and have been a dedicated yogi for at least 18 years. I teach many styles and have taught up to 30 classes per week and am a member of the YYoga faculty for YHot teacher training.

In addition to teaching Hot, Flow, Power & Yin classes, I also love teaching corporate, youth, seniors, and now, zoom classes. I’ve even taught specialty classes like dog yoga. For those of you that know me, I love my dog! He’s my best friend and is the number one sheepdog in the world. Humphrey and I are inseparable. He’s awesome at downward dog and savasna!

I have also organized or participated in yoga retreats, yoga in the park, Ted X, and even yoga on the top of Grouse Mountain. What better way to improve our outlook than to take yoga out into nature!

Finally, I’m very proud to represent companies like Lululemon, VEGA, and The Green Channel as an ambassador.

When you come to one of my classes you can expect clear instruction, a singing bowl, mantras like “patience, strength, determination” and stories that I hope you will carry with you for the rest of your life.

ERICA THOMAS

I am a yogi mama and lover of nature! I believe yoga is healing for the mind, body, and spirit. My practice and teaching flows out of a desire to move and playfully make shapes in my body, and to help you do the same in yours! My background in dance, love for yoga and natural compulsion to share this knowledge was a powerful catalyst that fueled my desire to teach. Be prepared to melt your stress away, while creating more space in your body and mind. Namaste!

SUZANNE OULLETTE

Originally from Vancouver, Suzanne is well-known in the Canadian Dance and Theatre community, having performed on stage and screen as an actor, dancer and singer for over 40 years.

She is a master ballet teacher, a stretch and body conditioner for dancers and actors, as well as an established choreographer.

She is presently on staff at Harbour Dance Centre as their advanced ballet instructor and Stretch / Strength teacher.

As ballet Mistress / rehearsal director for Ballet BC for 5 seasons under Artistic Director John Alleyne, she has worked as a rehearsal director for James Kudelka, Paul Taylor, Jean Grand Maitre, Reid Anderson, Anna Marie Holmes, Simone Orlando, Joshua Beamish and Jennifer Mascall.

Suzanne works in TV / film, as an actor, dancer, choreographer and is represented by da Costa Talent.

She has performed in and choreographed musicals for Vancouver Playhouse, Calgary’s Stage West, TUTS. Winnipeg’s Rainbow Stage.Vancouver Opera, Royal City Musical theatre, Arts Club theatre and Richmond Gateway Theatre.

On television, she has appeared in The Beachcombers, IZombie, Motherland, Grease - Rise of the Pink Ladies and Starstruck- A Cinderella Story, as well as numerous commercials.

Suzanne continues to share her passion, enthusiasm, and extensive background in many facets of the performing arts, making her in great demand as a master teacher, choreographer, rehearsal director and adjudicator.

AFA WRIGHT

Afa’s dedicated spiritual and meditation practice is what led her to the healing power of Yoga. She believes that a healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body, and yoga is the key to establishing that connection between our mind and body.

Classically trained in the Sivananda lineage, her practice draws from all eight limbs of yoga and all her classes include Pranayama and Meditation. She continues to devote herself to the practice of Self-Study (Svadhyaya) and is currently working towards completing her 300HR teacher training. She is also a Registered Kids Yoga Instructor and certified Yin Yoga Instructor. She is constantly humbled by the process of unlearning/learning while moving through this human experience.

As a certified Reiki Practitioner, she strives to create and maintain a positive, healing energy for all who join her class. Afa is a true believer in yoga being for ALL BODIES and is overjoyed when those who feel their body “can’t do yoga” find their confidence and groove within her classes. Her hope is to provide a safe, healing space that is inclusive to all and allows you to connect, grow, find community, and feel supported.

ERIN BERGERON

Erin has a passion for fitness and movement. With over three years of experience leading core classes and more than six years as a spin instructor, Erin is dedicated to infusing every workout with energy and enjoyment. In Erin’s classes, you can expect to have a blast while breaking a sweat!

Outside the studio, Erin's love for activity extends to playing basketball, squash, biking, and indulging in her creative side through painting (badly!). When she's not breaking a sweat, you can find Erin on the hunt for the perfect happy hour spot.